I’ve combined my photography with my kayaking.
I tether my tripod to the kayak at three points.
It will not tip or sink if I capsize.
I launch the kayak first, get in and then set camera to tripod.
Camera is the first to shore on my return.
A dry bag is tethered to tripod in case of waves, wind or weather.
So far so good.
I am able to calmly approach wildlife.
Sometimes it takes an hour or more and a lot of frames.
Usually come away with one or two keepers.
Do not try this at home!